Yes. I'm using Studio 40's and Studio 20's with a Parasound HCA2205at without a problem. It makes these speakers really sound great. This amp is 220watts per channel so go for it.
Jon, haven't tried the Video CD's. The manual says it can play them though. Doesn't mention MP3's at all. It does say it can play DVDRW,SACD,VideoCD,DVD Video,CDR,CDRW,and CD's. For the money this player can't be beat IMO. The only complaint I have with this player is the slow layer changes and...
You might want to look at the Sony DVP-NC650V. No DVD-A but it does have SACD,and will play CD,CDRs and CDRW. Saw them at Best Buy this weekend for $249. I have one of these players and think for the money its the best changer out there. You can see one at Crutchfields site.
I'm using a Parasound 2205AT with Studio 40's and it's very nice. You might want to try that amp with the 100's. Also have read here and other places the Sherbourn 1500 works well with the 100's. Just a couple of other options for you to consider. I would think though for the 100's at least...
You might try taking the cover off the player to get at your disk. Other than that let the insurance company get you a new player. I've had to remove the cover from my Sony player before in order to retrieve stuck disc and there's nothing to it.
I sent an email to Parasound concerning their "classic" line. The reply I received is that they are NOT discontinuing that line it is going to be sold along with the new upper end Halo products. The wording was they will stay current and continue to be sold at dealers across the nation. The Halo...
Brian, just noticed there is a Sunfire Cinema Grand over at www.audiogon.com for a minimum bid of $1099 new in the box. You might want to check out the amps for sale there. There's also a Sherbourn 5/1500 for $1350. Just a thought.
Brian, are you looking for 5 ch. amps also? I'm using Parasound 2205AT and love it. 220WPCx5. You might consider this one or the Sherbourn 5/1500a,Rotel 1095 or 1075. The Anthem's also get a lot of use. Outlaw sells some capable amps also. Check all of these out as they are in different price...
Like KeithH, I agree on the James Taylor disc it is great in the SACD format. I don't know what kind of music you listen to but so far of the few SACD's I have, my favorite is the Orff Carmina Burana hybrid multi-channel disc. Its from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra & Chorus. This thing is...
I've noticed that certain layer changes, depending on the disc, are slower than others. How slow? Noticeable. A second or so on the slowest and hardly noticeable on others. This has a lot to do where the layer change is in the disc. As far as noise from the player the only time I hear it is from...
I've got one of these players. No chroma bug that I've seen. The picture quality is very good to excellent. The tray action is quite a bit better than Sony's previous model that I was using (DVP-C650D). As far as layer changes they are noticable,but like any other player that depends a lot on...
Edward,I did try a different brand of amp(Anthem MCA5II),but at the time I didn't have the Reference series speakers. I was just using the amp from my dealers stock to try out before doing an upgrade on a lot my equipment. I went with the 2205a instead. I liked the way it worked with the...
I'd agree with Kevin on that one. Borrow an amp for just a week or so from the dealer and I think you may realize you don't need new speakers. They just need more power and a little "breathing" room. I'm using a Parasound 2205a right now with a brand new set of Ref 40's,ref center,and ref 20's...
I bought the DVP-NC650V just recently to replace an older model(DVP-C650D) DVD player. I really like the newer model much more. It has a noticeably better picture, the SACD is awesome and the switch time from disc to disc is better. Can't compare its playback from SACD to the CE775 though. Only...
Have a new Parasound 2205AT in an entertainment center and it seems to be just fine. Heat not a problem, but I did take off the glass door. As a matter of the Onkyo 696 that I'm using for a pre/pro gets warmer than the Parasound. Going to upgrade the 696 to a dedicated pre/pro after getting...
Has anyone here purchased anything from this source. I just received quotes on the following items. Sony SCD-CE775-$169.00,Sony DVP-NC650V $249.00,Panasonic RP91BK $439.00. Interested in their reliability and reputation. Thanks. http://www.video-direct.com/
If the engineers of amps felt that the amps needed to be on 24/7 they would have designed them without on/off switches. Just a power cord would have been cheaper.
Ok, I bought the Yamaha CDC685 and its already hooked up and sounding great. Still may purchase either the Sony 775 or the DVPNC650V. Only thing I don't like on the Yammie is the tray loading feature. Back 2 disk are a little inconvenient to load. Soundwise after listening to the different...
Not necessarily at just SACD players Keith. I'm replacing an older Yamaha CD changer thats tired. I had the thing since 1989 and its finally on its last change. I'm looking for an acceptable replacement and thought I might as well look into a changer that also does SACD and maybe even DVD. I...
Help, need suggestions for choices on the best sub $300 CD changer out now. Have not needed to buy one lately but my Yamaha CDC605 is finally worn out and tired. Time to replace. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Just purchased a Parasound 2205 for 1750 total. I know its more than you want to pay but its fantastic. I listened to the Anthem MCA 5 II for about 3 weeks and it was nice but I like the Parasound more. I was also considering the Sherbourn 5/1500 but didn't have anywhere close to give it a try...
Okay, after trying out the Anthem MCA5 and then the Parasound 2205AT I decided to take the Parasound home. I have a few questions about the 2205 from other owners.How hot does it get? Do you have it installed in an entertainment cabinet? How much ventilation space does it actually need. The...